On Some Love Jones Ish

This is how I imagined Nina would have responded to the poem Darius composed for her early in the movie. Some of my intimate feelings are expressed here as well but I was inspired by the movie.

Can I get a little lovin?

 

I don't mean the kind of lovin where you place your hands between my thighs while staring into my eyes and whisper   " I want you right now"

 

Can I get a little lovin?

 

I'm not talking about the "love" where your fingers are caught in the tangles of my hair and your tongue is tap-dancing on the roof, floor, and walls of my mouth.      

 

Can I get some real  love ?

 

Not the expression of your appreciation for the physique which holds the cataclysmic nature of my personality.

 

Can I get a little lovin?  

 

I want the love that whispers sweet nothings in my ear, wipes away my tears and is faithful, tried-true and honest.

 

I need the love that will hold me close years after the novelty of my physical appearance and the magical music in my laughter has seemingly faded away.

 

Can you really Love me?

 

Even when I get on your last nerve and you want to slam the door in my face and never return?

 

Can you weather the storms while on this unsteady boat called relationship?

 

Are you ready to ride and die with me?

 

Are you willing to stay?

 

Are you ready..... to Love?  

Author's Note

This poem is meant to be read with somewhat of a blues rhythm. The spelling of loving as lovin is purposeful.

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

I understand this poem. I tell the young people. We remember the long walks and talks. Sex is something we do for the body. What we do for the heart is gentle and kind. I like this poem. Real love is built on time together, laughter and enjoying life and time together. You are wise. Thank you for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[flowetry07]

Thank you for your review I really appreciate it. I'm also glad you can relate to this piece.